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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 26
Diamondbacks Sign Luken Baker To Minor League Contract
The Diamondbacks have signed first baseman Luken Baker to a minors deal, Just Baseball Media’s Aram Leighton reports. Baker qualified for minor league free agency at the end of the season, and he chose to test the open market rather than stick in the Dodgers’ organization.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 13
2025 Dodgers season review: Luken Baker 
Luken Baker spent four days on the Dodgers’ 40-man roster in August and played the final two months of the season in Triple-A Oklahoma City. Position player depth was an issue for the Dodgers in 2025, and at times they grabbed some players as they became available, in hopes of a potential contribution.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 1
Three Tulsa pitchers combine for an 11-inning one-hitter
In Dodgers minor league games played Sunday, August 31st, we have an eleven-inning one-hitter, and a two-out, two-strike, two-run game winner. Triple-A
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11
Dodgers outright 1B with limited skillset
First baseman Luken Baker has been sent outright to triple-A Oklahoma City, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after the Dodgers designated him for assignment last week.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 8
Dodgers DFA Ex-Cardinals Slugger; Complete Post-Trade Deadline Move
The St. Louis Cardinals had quite an exciting trade deadline earlier this season. They opted to trade a trio of expiring relief pitchers. The Cardinals traded Ryan Helsley to the New York Mets in a huge deal.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8
Dodgers quickly designate veteran first baseman for assignment
He’d been claimed off waivers from the Cardinals just this past Monday.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 8
Justin Dean Called Up, Luken Baker Designated For Assignment
The Los Angeles Dodgers selected the contract of Justin Dean from Triple-A Oklahoma City and designated Luken Baker for assignment prior to their series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 5
Dodgers Make Roster Move, Add Slugger From NL Rival
The Los Angeles Dodgers made a roster move on Monday, claiming first baseman Luken Baker from the St. Louis Cardinals and designating right-handed pitcher Jack Little for assignment.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / August 5
Dodgers claim Luken Baker off waivers, designate Jack Little for assignment
The Dodgers on Monday claimed first baseman Luken Baker off waivers from the Cardinals, and designated hitter Jack Little for assignment. Baker was assigned to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 5
Dodgers Complete Post-Trade Deadline Move; Land Cardinals Slugger
A former member of the St. Louis Cardinals has found a new home in the Los Angeles Dodgers. Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported on Monday that the Dodgers claimed 28-year-old slugger Luken Baker from the Cardinals off waivers.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
MLB News / Dodger Blue / August 4
Luken Baker Claimed Off Waivers, Jack Little Designated For Assignment
The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed Luken Baker from the St. Louis Cardinals and designated Jack Little for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster. Baker will report to the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets, where he has already been added to their active roster and will serve as organizational depth.
Cardinals Slugger Called 'Expendable' Trade Candidate Piece
The St. Louis Cardinals look like a team that should utilize the upcoming Major League Baseball trade deadline to add pieces, rather than selling off. That's a statement that would've surprised people on Opening Day.
St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / May 8
Former Cardinals Second Round Pick Faces Another Speed Bump
With a record of 19-19, the St. Louis Cardinals are exceeding most fans' expectations for what was supposed to be a down year for the team from The Mound City. But it hasn't been all smooth sailing for the Cards. First baseman Luken Baker has struggled to get it going and St.
Cardinals Making Room For Return Of Fan-Favorite Slugger
The St. Louis Cardinals are red-hot right now and could get one of their top offensive players back into the mix as soon as Friday. St. Louis has won five straight games heading into a day off on Thursday.
MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / March 31
Cardinals Finally Include 28-Year-Old Slugger In Lineup Ahead Of Angels Series Opener
The St. Louis Cardinals have their lineup set for Monday's series opener against the American League West-rival Los Angeles Angels at Busch Stadium. Following
St. Louis Cardinals News / Last Word On Sports / March 21
Longtime Minor Leaguer Luken Baker Has Likely Earned Spot in Cardinals Lineup
The St. Louis Cardinals’ 2018 second-round pick has likely earned a spot in the Opening Day lineup after a red-hot Spring Training. Luken Baker has spent six seasons in the Cardinals’ minor league system.
St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / March 12
Cardinals 28-Year-Old Slugger Projected To Win Opening Day Spot
The St. Louis Cardinals could have some serious power off the bench in 2025. Opening Day is quickly approaching and the club is going to start making some tough decisions soon.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 25, 2024
MLB home run props for Sept. 25: Let's make it a Jake and Bake
Let's hop on the profit train with our three favorite home run bets for Wednesday's MLB slate.
MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 12, 2024
Watch: Reds Broadcaster Makes Hilarious Comment About Cardinals Player Luken Baker
Anyone who regularly listens to the Reds on the radio or tunes in when Jeff Brantley (The Cowboy) is announcing knows he enjoys his food. When 6-4, 285-pound Luken Baker stepped to the plate on Wednesday night, Brantley made a hilarious comment about the Cardinals first baseman.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 4, 2024
Luken Baker's 10th-inning hit lifts Cards over Brewers
Luken Baker drove in the go-ahead run with a pinch single in the 10th inning to lift the visiting St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night.
St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 23, 2024
Cardinals' Oli Marmol Makes Questionable Lineup Decision In Series Finale Victory
The St. Louis Cardinals hasn't been the winning franchise it's known to be for quite some time and fans are at their breaking point with management. Average Cardinals fans' attendance per game has plummeted over the last few years and if something doesn't change for the better soon, those numbers will likely drop even more.
Three Cardinals Minor Leaguers Who Could Take Big Late-Season At-Bats
Major League Baseball rosters expand on September 1st, opening the door for some minor league players to make an impact for the Cardinals down the stretch.
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